Firearms
Firearm of the Week, Winchester Model of 1897 Shotgun, M97 Trench Gun, Trench Broom
Here is a firearm that when introduced to the battlefield, an outcry arose from the German high command. They claimed…Read More >
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Cartridge of the Week, The 30-06 Springfield, 30-06 Spr. ,30-06 Spfld., 7.62x63mm, .30 Government
Born from the .30-03, the .30-06 Springfield is one of the most important cartridges of the 20th century. Developed in…Read More >
Firearms
Firearm of the Week, The Lee-Enfield Rifle No. 1 Mk III / III* SMLE (Smelly)
Old soldiers never die; they just fade away, so said General Douglas MacArthur at his final grand public appearance. However, some old soldiers refuse to fade away. This is true with the Lee-Enfield SMLE Mk III. Simply put—I love this rifle.
Firearms
The Booby Trap?
The Taylor Fur Getter—a unique contraption with brutal consequences. The ring is not for a string, it is for the bait. When pulled …well, essentially committing suicide by shooting itself in the face.
Firearms
Cleaning Black Powder Guns
Whether you have a traditional or modern black powder rifle or handgun, get ready to get dirty. Black powder is…Read More >
Ammunition
Cartridge of the Week, the 7.62x54R
The 7.62x54R (rimmed) cartridge is one of the oldest of the modern cartridges, which uses smokeless powder. The designers never…Read More >
Firearms
Should I Sell My Gun?
Every time I am on a forum or talking with a buddy and the question, “Should I sell this one…Read More >
Ammunition
Old Guns, Modern Ammunition
One of the major draws of old firearms used to be the availability of inexpensive surplus ammunition. Thanks mostly to…Read More >
Firearms
Caring For Your Historic Firearm
“How do I care for my antique firearm?” Our interview with John Gangel last week was quite enlightening, and he shared with us some fantastic tips on storing and caring for antique firearms. Check out this post for some very detailed ways on keeping that antique firearm in tip top shape.